Medici Seal

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Italy, 1502. Fleeing from the murderous brigand Sandino, the boy Matteo is rescued from drowning by the companions of Leonardo da Vinci, and taken into his household. And so Matteo is at the Maestro’s side as he carries out his work – work which ranges from the painting of magnificent frescos to experiments with flight.

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ISBN: 9780552554473 Author: Breslin, Theresa Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE CHILDREN'S Publication Date: 5th April 2007 Imprint: Corgi Children's Cover: Paperback Dewey: 823.914 (edition:22) Pages: 484 Language: English Readership: Young Adult / Code: C Category: Subjects: , ,

A gloriously rich and authentic story of the Renaissance, The Medici Seal is perfect for fans of The Da Vinci Code, The Borgias or Netflix hit Medici: Masters of Florence!

Romagna, Italy 1502.

On the run and fleeing for his life, a young boy – Matteo – is saved from drowning by mysterious men, who turn out to be companions of Leonardo da Vinci. From this moment on, Matteo’s life is changed forever, and he thrills at working alongside Da Vinci as he carries out his incredible work.

But Da Vinci’s cruel and ruthless employer, Cesare Borgia, seems set to ruin Matteo’s happines, and as Da Vinci and Matteo travel across Italy on the Borgia’s business, murder, deceit and revenge follow in their trail.

For Matteo carries with him a secret – a life-changing secret that both the Borgia and Medici families would kill to obtain. A secret that must, finally, come to light for all to see . . .

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